Audio Hijack 4.4.2

Introduction

Audio Hijack for macOS is a powerful audio recording and processing tool designed by Rogue Amoeba. It allows users to capture and record audio from any application or device on your Mac. Here’s a detailed introduction to its features:

1. Application-Based Audio Capture: Audio Hijack can capture audio from any application running on your Mac. Whether it’s music from iTunes, audio from web browsers, or even Skype calls, you can record them all.
2. Device Capture: It can also record audio from microphones, mixers, and other hardware connected to your Mac, making it versatile for capturing external audio sources.
3. Customizable Recording Workflows: Audio Hijack uses a visual workflow-style interface where you can create complex recording setups called “Sessions.” Each session can include multiple audio sources, effects, and recording options.
4. Built-in Effects and Processing: It comes with several built-in audio effects and processors like EQ, dynamics processing, and audio filters. These can be applied in real-time to enhance the quality of your recordings.
5. Scheduled Recordings: You can schedule recordings to start and stop at specific times, making it useful for capturing radio shows, podcasts, or any scheduled audio broadcast.
6. Recording Formats: It supports various audio formats including MP3, AAC, Apple Lossless, FLAC, and WAV, allowing you to choose the format that suits your needs best.
7. Live Stream Recording: Audio Hijack can record live audio streams from the internet, enabling you to save streaming music or radio shows for later playback.
8. Easy-to-Use Interface: The interface is designed to be intuitive with drag-and-drop functionality, making it accessible for both beginners and advanced users.
9. Scriptable and Extendable: Advanced users can extend its functionality through AppleScript or integrate it with other applications using its API, providing flexibility for custom workflows.
10. Monitoring and Output Options: It offers real-time monitoring of audio input and output, ensuring you can hear exactly what is being recorded or processed.

Overall, Audio Hijack is a robust tool for anyone needing precise control over audio recording and processing on macOS, whether for personal use, podcasting, professional audio production, or capturing online streams.